WestJet flight WS-3161 made an emergency landing in Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada, on March 20th.
The plane was coming from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, when the crew declared an emergency due to smoke in the cockpit and cabin.
The plane landed safely. All fifty-six passengers and four crew members remained unharmed.
Air Arabia flight G9128 had to divert and make an emergency landing at Al- Minhad Airbase, Dubai, on May 3.
The plane, en-route from Kuwait to Sharjah, had to be diverted after a passenger said it was about to explode.
The airline confirmed that “[the] flight landed safely and the authorities are currently holding the necessary investigation.”
Spirit Airlines flight NK-927 had to return and make an emergency landing in Chicago, Illinois, on December 14th.
The Airbus A320-200 plane took off for Orlando, Florida, but had to turn back after the crew reported an engine issue.
The plane landed safely. All passengers and crew members remained unharmed.
TigerAir flight 511 had to make an emergency landing in Melbourne, Australia, on March 1st.
The Airbus A320-200 was flying from Brisbane when the crew reported an unusual odor in the cabin and requested a priority landing.
The plane landed safely. Four crew members were examined by paramedics but did not need further treatment.
All 60 passengers aboard remained unharmed.
Pictured: A Delta Air Lines McDonnell Douglas MD-88 over Miami
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Contact photographer Klaus Ecker
What: Delta Airlines McDonnell Douglas MD-88 en route from Boston, MA to New York
Where: Boston
When: Jan 2nd 2010
Who: 34 aboard
Why: On takeoff, the flight developed smoke in the cockpit and cabin. The pilot landed safely back at the airport within fifteen minutes.
Pictured-A TAM Airbus A320-232 over Sao Paulo
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Contact photographer Bruno Pereira
What: Tam Linhas Aereas Airbus A320-200 en route from Rio de Janeiro Salvador Brazil
Where: Rio de Janeiro
When: Nov 30th 2009
Who: not available
Why: On takeoff, the plane struck a bird, evidenced by a “bang” emitting from an engine, which followed by engine issues. The plane landed safely and passengers were rerouted.
What: Jetblue Airbus A320-200 en route from Boston to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Where: Bermuda
When: Jul 13th 2011
Who: 129 passengers
Why: While en route NW of Bermuda, the plane indicated smoke in the electronic bay, and did a flyby for emergency services to view the right side of the plane. There was no visible smoke.
The pilot diverted to Bermuda and made a safe landing. The plane underwent an inspection prior to leaving for Punta Cana.
